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Alicia Hill , CEO of ACG Brand Management, LLC, builds valuable brands for individuals and businesses. With over 20 years of leadership experience, she specializes in marketing, sales, and development. Alicia mentors young boys through Developing Noblemen Academy and supports nonprofits, schools, and corporations in career development and leadership. As an entrepreneur and leader of your organization, it is not easy to embrace ambiguity. It can be challenging to navigate uncertainty with confidence and curiosity. When leaders embrace ambiguity, they unlock innovation, collaboration, and growth opportunities. By shifting our mindset from control to exploration, we allow ourselves and our teams to tap into a wealth of creative potential that can lead to remarkable breakthroughs. Embracing ambiguity may not come naturally, but it can become a powerful leadership tool with intentional practice. Here are some strategies to help: 1. Adopt a Growth Mindset: A growth mindset believes abilities

Stephanie Lewis is the founder of LiveWellFlow and an attorney. She helps leaders, managers, and entrepreneurs improve their lifestyles by teaching them mindfulness practices that help them reduce stress, improve their health, better manage their time, and live in greater alignment with their values. Have you ever found yourself caught in a loop of relentless mental chatter? Thoughts about what might happen, what should’ve happened, or what you should have done? Or maybe you’re swamped by random, irrelevant thoughts that come out of nowhere. Often, these thoughts are influenced by a negative bias, contributing to stress, anxiety, and even how we treat others. This mental noise can be exhausting and shape our actions toward loved ones, colleagues, or strangers. So, how can we calm the mental noise, especially during external stressors like family difficulties or workplace challenges? Here are three powerful strategies: 1. Mindfulness Mindfulness is about cultivating awareness of though

Renowned for her dynamic leadership, Dr. Catrina has curated a distinguished career, navigating the intricacies of the entertainment realm and corporate landscape. As a sought-after consultant, she's known for orchestrating success stories and infusing projects with a unique blend of vision and business acumen. In today’s fast-paced and evolving economy, being a parapreneur has gained significant traction. A parapreneur successfully manages a full-time job while simultaneously running a side business or entrepreneurial venture. As more people explore ways to diversify their income streams and pursue their passions, being a parapreneur is an increasingly attractive option. With the 4th quarter now upon us, it’s a crucial time to reassess and maximize both your career and side business to finish the year strong. What is a Parapreneur? A parapreneur, often a hybrid entrepreneur, balances a traditional 9-to-5 job with building and growing a side hustle. This dual approach offers finan

Kaleema Muhammad , CEO of an online resume-writing business, leverages her experience at Big 4 CPA and Fortune 500 companies to empower job seekers with job-winning resumes. She is also a motivational speaker, youth mentor, spiritual healer, and writer dedicated to positively impacting others. In today’s job market, a well-crafted resume is essential to make a lasting impression on potential employers. With recruiters spending only six to seven seconds scanning each resume, every detail matters. Hiring a professional resume writer can be the key to standing out and landing your dream job. Here are a few reasons why it’s a wise investment. 1. Expertise in Showcasing Your Strengths Professional resume writers are experts at presenting your skills and experiences clearly and compellingly. They know how to highlight your achievements to appeal to hiring managers. While you may have an excellent track record, expressing your qualifications effectively on paper can be challenging. A professi

Tamecia Shaheed is a Tax Strategist who helps business owners maximize savings and grow their profits. She affirms that business owners must proactively plan yearly to maximize tax savings. She works with her clients to implement strategies to use the tax code to their benefit legally and ethically. As a new business owner, one of your primary goals should be to maximize your business deductions to minimize your tax liability. Effective tax planning can significantly impact your bottom line, allowing you to reinvest more into your business. This comprehensive guide will cover various strategies and deductions available to small business owners. Starting your own business is an exciting journey filled with opportunities and challenges. One of the most complex challenges you’ll face as an entrepreneur is understanding how to navigate your business's taxes. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essential steps to successfully set up your business for tax reporting purpos

Nancey Harris  is the Co-founder and COO of Vontélle Eyewear, which celebrates cultural diversity through fashion, fit, and function. Formerly a sales executive at Paramount and BLACK ENTERPRISE, she is a Goldman Sachs 10k Small Businesses Program ambassador, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority member, and advocate for her son with Down Syndrome. **************************************************************************************************************** When Tracy and I first launched Vontélle Eyewear, we had grand dreams of breaking the internet. We envisioned our brand going viral and capturing widespread attention. However, we quickly realized that achieving such a feat is far easier said than done, especially when you're not a well-known celebrity. From October to December 2020, we made about $7,500 and we were over the moon. For us, that initial success wasn't just about the numbers; it was about being taken seriously in the marketplace and proving that we were filling a signif